106 - Listen to our enlightening conversation with Jennifer Haefele, In our conversation with Jen, we discussed the benefits of having a dietitian’s guidance and support as individuals heal their relationship with food and discover new ways to stay on their healing path, despite the pervasive, toxic diet culture that surrounds us. Jennifer Haefele (Hay-flea) Registered Dietitian Nutritionist specializing in eating disorders, disordered eating, and Intuitive Eating. She is the owner of RDN Jen, her private practice that specializes in helping individuals heal their relationship with food, their body, and themselves. Jen holds a Bachelor of Arts in French, Anthropology, and Communication Media Production from the State University of New York at New Paltz and a Bachelor of Science in Nutrition Management from the Rochester Institute of Technology and completed her dietetic internship at the University at Buffalo.She holds an advanced designation of Certified Eating Disorders Registered Dietitian from the International Association of Eating Disorders Professionals and is currently working on becoming a Certified Intuitive Eating Counselor. Jen is also active in the Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics at both the national and state level as well as the Genesee Dietetic Association. Jen Haefele | RDN Jen - Nutrition Counseling Services Genesee Dietetic Association. website: rdnjen.com email: jen@rdnjen.comOur Hosts: · Linda and John(Jack) Mazur founded a nonprofit 501(c)3 organization in 2022, in memory of their daughter, Emilee, which provides peer support groups and social connection for adults with eating disorders and their loved ones. In addition, they speak at schools, colleges, and conferences to educate our community about the serious nature of eating disorders.For more information go to: www.TheEmileeConnection.com They authored the book, Emilee: The Story of a Girl and Her Family Hijacked by Anorexia, to honor their daughter’s wish, to raise awareness, evoke compassion, and foster change in how eating disorders are viewed and treated. Ellen Bennett is the director of KMB for Answers, a non-profit charity providing educational and financial support for mental health professionals as well as assistance for families in search of resources. For more information about Ellen Bennett and the foundation founded in memory of her daughter Katlyn, go to: www.Kmbforanswers.com BooksPaperback: and Kindle:https://www.amazon.com/Emilee-Story-Family-Hijacked-Anorexia/dp/170092012X · Audiobook:https://www.amazon.com/Emilee-Story-Family-Hijacked-Anorexia/dp/B08R6LRPDS They can also be reached through the book website: https://emileethestoryofagirl.com or at Linda.john.mazur@gmail.com8 Keys to Recovery from an Eating Disorderhttps://www.amazon.com/Keys-Recovery-Eating-Disorder-Therapeutic/dp/0393706958Understanding Teen Eating Disorders by Chris Halton, Cathie Simpson, Dr. Mary Tantillo https://www.amazon.com/Understanding-Teen-Eating-Disorders-Haltom/dp/1138068837Multifamily Therapy Group for Young Adults with Anorexia Nervosa, by Mary Tantillo, Jennifer Sanftner McGraw, Daniel Le Grange https://www.amazon.com/Multifamily-Therapy-Adults-Anorexia-Nervosa/dp/113862490XSick Enough by Jennifer L. Gaudiani https://www.amazon.com/Sick-Enough-Jennifer-L-Gaudiani/dp/0815382456Life Without Ed by Jenni Schaefer https://www.amazon.com/Life-Without-Ed-Declared-Independence/dp/0071422986Resources: Jennifer Haefele: Registered Dietitian Nutritionist specializing in Eating Disorders, Disordered Eating, and Intuitive Eating.website: rdnjen.com email: jen@rdnjen.comWNY Comprehensive Care Center for Eating Disorders; https://nyeatingdisorders.org/Alliance for Eating Disorder Awareness; https://www.allianceforeatingdisorders.com/